He was born on September 1, 1950, in Coffeyville to Clyde “Bud” and Louise (McCormick) Stills. Clyde grew up and attended school in Coffeyville graduating from Field Kindley High School, and attended Coffeyville Community College.

Clyde was employed by the City of Coffeyville as an Operator at Coffeyville Light and Power for over 25 years. After leaving the City he lived in Yates Center, KS then moved to Bartlesville, OK where he has lived for the past 17 years.

Clyde attended St. Paul’s Episcopal Church where he was baptized.

An avid fanatic of classic cars and car racing, Clyde would attend local stock car/dirt races and car shows as often as possible. Known as a walking encyclopedia when it came to identification of old cars. Clyde spent many hours enjoying the roar of the motor vehicle!

When not spending his time as a gearhead, Clyde loved listening to classic rock favorites like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones amongst many others. His other great passion in life was playing pool while reminiscing on old times and teaching life lessons.